Florida Criminal Attorney Blog
Two Hernando residents have been accused of manufacturing methamphetamine in front of a child.
A search warrant was executed at a home on the 3900 block of Withlacoochee Trail Wednesday morning and Citrus Sheriff Fire Rescue Hazardous Materials Team responded to assist with the investigation due to potentially hazardous materials.
During the search, detectives allege they discovered several items used to manufacture methamphetamine.
Deputies believe that a secondary structure on the property was used to cook meth via the “one pot” method.
A small child was present during the manufacturing process, according to deputies. DCF was immediately notified and responded.
During the search, cooked methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, manufacturing vessels, other manufacturing paraphernalia, and a large amount of meth liquid was allegedly collected.
The amount of methamphetamine seized was more than 200 grams, according to reports. Due to the amount of meth collected, a 29-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman were charged with trafficking in methamphetamine. If convicted, they face a 15 year minimum mandatory sentence in prison.
They have also been charged with manufacturing methamphetamine in the presence of a child, possession of listed chemical, and possession of paraphernalia.
The state of Florida takes meth charges quite seriously. After being arrested for trafficking in methamphetamine, you need to know that you are facing severe consequences if convicted. Our Hernando County Drug Crimes Defense Lawyer at Whittel & Melton understand how scary these charges are and we are here to help you obtain the best possible outcome for your unique situation.
Meth is viewed as damaging to not just the person using it, but to members of the community as well. The production of meth can result in fires and explosions that can injure and kill innocent people, including children present, law enforcement personnel and emergency responders who are called to a house that is producing meth. Exposing a child to a meth lab is a first-degree felony, and a conviction carries a five-year minimum mandatory prison sentence. Causing the death of someone else through the manufacture of meth is a capital felony, punishable by life in prison.
If you or someone you love is facing charges of trafficking in methamphetamine, a Florida Drug Trafficking Defense Lawyer at Whittel & Melton can help you defeat these charges. The sooner we get involved in your case, the better. For a free consultation, call us today at 352-666-2121 or contact us online.